Explore Asheville on foot
From historic neighborhoods to hidden stories, History@Hand walking tours offer immersive, place-based experiences that connect you to Asheville’s rich past. Each tour is rooted in research and storytelling that brings the city’s history to life.
Booking
Downtown Tours
Book online through Asheville by Foot Tours
Offered daily at 10:00 a.m., except during January and February (available by appointment during those months)
All Other Tours
Call 828-777-1014
Email historyathand@charter.net
Group rates available; fees vary by group size
Downtown Asheville
Uncover architectural gems, civic landmarks, and community stories that shaped Asheville’s vibrant downtown.
Biltmore
Village
Stroll through the historic village originally built for workers of the Biltmore Estate and explore its evolution over time.
Riverside Cemetery
Visit the resting place of many notable Ashevillians in this tranquil, historic cemetery steeped in local legacy.
Historic
Montford
Wander through one of Asheville’s oldest neighborhoods, rich with Victorian and Arts & Crafts architecture.
The Family
Store
Follow the path of Asheville’s Jewish-owned businesses and explore their lasting contributions to the city’s commercial growth.
Self-
Guided
Discover history woven into everyday spaces — showing how diverse communities helped shape the city we call home.